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Safety
A safety-first roommate guide: red flags, questions to ask, money discussions, compatibility checks, and simple steps to avoid scams or bad living situations.
Most roommate conflicts are money conflicts in disguise. Agree on rent split, deposit contributions, and how you will handle utility spikes (AC months, guests, etc). Decide how you will transfer money (monthly date), and how you will handle late payments.
Also decide an exit rule: notice period, replacement responsibility, and how deposit refunds will be managed. Even a short written note in chat is better than a vague verbal agreement.
A safer process is easier when discovery is structured. With Triozy, you can search locality-first, compare compatible flatmates, and reduce random messages by focusing on verified context and clear information before you commit.
Avoid it. If you must, only pay after video verification, a confirmed address, and a written agreement on refund terms. Scammers often use urgency to collect small tokens from many people.
Rent split + utility policy + exit notice. If you align on those three, most future friction reduces significantly.
Ask for a live video walkthrough, confirm the exact address, and verify the owner/primary tenant identity. Never share sensitive documents until you confirm legitimacy.